Cactus Pear Jelly

1 unpeeled lime
4-6 (I had 6) cactus pear 1 1/2-2lb
3/4 cups water
1 1/2 cups sugar

Slice limes as thin as possible: discard end pieces and seeds.
Soak slices in the water for 3 hours (it said longer wouldn't hurt
and it ended up being overnight). Peel, deseed and juice the cactus
pears. (About 1 1/2 cups o' juice) Add juice to lime/water and
bring to a boil. Boil for 5 minutes. Let it cool completely and
remove lime slices.

Bring to a boil again and stir in sugar. Return to a full boil
and let it boil at a rolling boil for 9-13 min.

Use a boiling water bath process.

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